Jophar
Jophar is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Joffer is the gram panchayat of Jophar village.
Here you can discover what makes Jophar unique in its vibrant Ramnagar-Udhampur region. You’ll see Jophar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Jophar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jophar is 005094. The village spans a total geographical area of 1994.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182128. Ramnagar is nearest town to Jophar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Jophar
Population of Jophar
According to the 2011 Census, Jophar has a total population of about 1,971, with approximately 1,028 males and 943 females. The sex ratio is around 917 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 375 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 554 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 350. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.71%, with male literacy at about 55.06% and female literacy near 35.52%. There are around 322 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Jophar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,971 | 1,028 | 943 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 190 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 286 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 350 | 179 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 901 | 566 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 462 | 608 |
Connectivity of Jophar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jophar. As per the 2011 stats, Jophar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jophar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jophar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jophar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jophar
- Where is Jophar located?
- Jophar village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jophar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Jophar is Joffer (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Jophar?
- The pincode of Jophar is 182128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jophar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jophar is 1,971, with 1,028 males and 943 females.
- How many households are there in Jophar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jophar village has a total of 322 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jophar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jophar is 45.71%. The male literacy rate is 55.06%, while the female literacy rate is 35.52%.